Natural-Born Citizenship and Political Strategy

The video discusses the debate over Ted Cruz's eligibility to run for president due to his Canadian birth. Donald Trump raises questions about the legal definition of a natural-born citizen. Judge Napolitano clarifies that the law is well-settled, stating that Cruz is a natural-born citizen due to his American mother. Historical precedents, such as John McCain's case, are mentioned to support this view. The discussion also touches on the political implications of raising such issues and the constitutional framework that governs presidential eligibility.

What was Donald Trump's main concern regarding Ted Cruz's eligibility to run for president?

• Cruz's political experience

• Cruz's party affiliation

• Cruz's Canadian birth

• Cruz's financial background

According to Judge Napolitano, what defines a natural-born citizen?

• Born in a U.S. territory

• Born in any country with American citizenship

• Born to American parents abroad

• Born in the United States

What is the settled law regarding a child born abroad to an American parent?

• The child is a dual citizen

• The child is not a citizen

• The child is a natural-born citizen

• The child must apply for citizenship

How does Judge Napolitano view Trump's questioning of Cruz's citizenship?

• As a media stunt

• As a legal necessity

• As a political strategy

• As a personal attack

What was the historical context mentioned regarding John McCain?

• He was born in Panama

• He was born in Canada

• He was born in Mexico

• He was born in the United States

What is the political purpose of raising questions about a candidate's citizenship?

• To clarify legal definitions

• To create doubt in voters' minds

• To ensure media coverage

• To strengthen party support

Why has the Supreme Court never reviewed the issue of natural-born citizenship?

• The issue has never been ripe for review

• The issue is too complex

• The issue is not considered important

• The issue has never been challenged

What does the Constitution say about who can be on the presidential ballot?

• It requires Supreme Court approval

• It does not address ballot eligibility

• It leaves it to state laws

• It specifies ballot requirements

What would happen if someone filed a lawsuit challenging Cruz's eligibility?

• The Supreme Court would hear it immediately

• The Supreme Court would require more evidence

• The Supreme Court would dismiss it as unripe

• The Supreme Court would refer it to Congress

What does the Constitution require for someone to be eligible for the presidency?

• Born in a U.S. state

• Born to two American parents

• A natural-born citizen

• Born in the United States